US-2x2 and US-4x4 are desktop-friendly devices for PC, Mac and iOS

Tascam US-2x2

Tascam US-4x4

Tascam has added a couple of new audio interfaces to its line-up: the US-2x2 and the US-4x4. Looking rugged and utilitarian, these offer 2-in/2-out and 2-in/4-out IO options respectively.

The US-2x2 sports a couple of mic preamps that promise "the best noise and distortion specs in their class," while Tascam is also talking up the sound quality of the interface as a whole. The US-4x4 adds two more preamps, plus those two extra line outs.

The interfaces' aluminium cases were designed by The Box studio in Germany, apparently, and feature removable side panels. These angle the controls towards you, which should make for easier access.

Compatible with Mac, PC and, if you use a power supply, iOS devices, the US-2x2 and US-4x4 look set to cost around £120/$150 and £175/$250 respectively.